Social Worker I - TLS (PCN 354)

Join JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF LOS ANGELES as a Social Worker I - TLS (PCN 354) in Los Angeles, California. We all face challenges and transitions in our lives, and when we do, we must be able to count on the strength of community for support. For the people of Los Angeles, Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is that trusted source of support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing housing-focused case management and supportive services in accordance with Housing First, Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care principles.

• Assist participants with stabilization, lease-up support, move-in coordination, and connection to services needed to maintain permanent housing.

• Collaborate with each participant to develop an individualized housing stability plan, budget, rent contribution plan, and long-term housing plan.

• Offer appropriate and creative budget planning assistance to coordinate and judiciously offer financial assistance as per requirements.

Requirements

• BA degree in Social Work or related social services field.

• Prior experience providing housing-focused case management, rapid rehousing, housing stabilization, or homeless services preferred.

• Knowledge of community resources, housing subsidies, affordable housing resources, public benefits, employment resources, and landlord/tenant rights.

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to database systems for client electronic records. HMIS or other database management experience preferred.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: $29.25 - $31/hour

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

Work with JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF LOS ANGELES in Los Angeles, California.